The area is experiencing an unprecedented building boom and there are not enough skilled tradespeople to meet the demand. This competition for labor—particularly by the national builders in the area—is being addressed through subcontracting of virtually anyone who will show up…

This means it’s up to the county inspectors, which are assigned specific items to verify and who can spend little time at a job site, and the builder’s own quality control program to catch problems.

If you’re building a new home in southern Delaware, an impartial inspection by a licensed home inspector is a smart move. These are the top three types of defects found in area homes we’ve inspected in 2022.

Most people assume that the building code enforcement inspections of their new home construction are technically exhaustive and supplant the need for a traditional home inspection—like those recommended for existing homes prior to purchase.

Getting a home inspection is always a good idea, and if someone tells you otherwise, they are acting in their best interests—not yours. You should always protect your investment and get a punch list inspection!